5 unusual ways to eat Sanya's tropical fruits

In Sanya, fruits aren't just snacks—they're an experience to be enjoyed! From spicy dips to grilled delights, this tropical paradise turns ordinary fruits into extraordinary treats. Here's how to enjoy them like a true Hainan native: 

1.Spicy-salted fruits 

Dare to try Sanya's signature chili-salt-dipped fruits? Juicy mango, guava, and pineapple get a bold upgrade with a mix of chili powder and sea salt - sweet, spicy, and utterly addictive! 

Spicy-salted fruits. [Photo/Sanya tourism board]

2.Salt fruit drinks 

Beat the heat with laoyan (aged sea salt) beverages. Tangy kumquat, sour plum, or tamarind blended with salty-sweet brine creates a thirst-quenching explosion of flavors. 

3.Hot pot with a fruity twist 

Sanya's coconut chicken hotpot simmers tender chicken in fresh coconut water with papaya and red dates – which is naturally sweet and creamy. For something zesty, try sour starfruit fish soup, a citrusy alternative to classic hot-and-sour soup. 

Coconut chicken hotpot. [Photo/Sanya tourism board]

4.Wok-fried coconut ice 

No beach day is complete without an icy dessert - velvety coconut milk “stir-fried” into fluffy ice, then piled high with tropical toppings.

Stir-fried ice. [Photo/Sanya tourism board]

5.Grilled Fruit Magic

Caramelized grilled pineapple loses all acidity, becoming a smoky-sweet BBQ star. Roasted sugarcane offers crispy, concentrated sweetness - a local remedy for sore throats!